Peer Support in Public Safety Organizations

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Author(s): Nancy K. Bohl-Penrod (The Counseling Team International, USA)and Daniel W. Clark (Washington State Patrol, USA)
Copyright: 2017
Pages: 14
Source title: Police Psychology and Its Growing Impact on Modern Law Enforcement
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Cary L. Mitchell (Pepperdine University, USA)and Edrick H. Dorian (Los Angeles Police Department, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-0813-7.ch012

Keywords: Human Behavior & Psychology / Information Science Reference / Psychology / Social Sciences & Humanities

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Abstract

Peer supporters are a vital resource for members of the public safety community. Peers are often the first to notice when colleagues are exhibiting symptoms of psychological distress. Due to the cultural norms and the personality traits of those drawn to this career field, many public safety officers prefer to confide in peers rather than to obtain the assistance of mental health professionals. Further, peer supporters can give public safety officers the reassurance and support they need to enlist the services of mental health professionals. This chapter reviews the development and application of peer support teams, addresses issues in selecting peer support team members and developing a program, reviews team organization options and training needs, and addresses common challenges.

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